Events
My latest book, My So-Called Freelance Life: How to Survive and Thrive as a Creative Professional for Hire, has been out a year now (where did the time go?). To keep the self-employed love alive, I’m participating in a number of upcoming events for aspiring and seasoned freelancers. Care to join me?
- ONLINE -
Dealing with Nightmare Clients class – February 2010
When: Fridays, February 5 – 26 (four online sessions).
Where: Your computer. Each lesson will arrive in your inbox (also accessible via Yahoo Groups on the web).
Cost: Editorial Freelancers Association members pay $134; nonmembers pay $159.
Register: On the EFA website.
More info: Read the course description.
Questions? Feel free to email me.
- SEATTLE -
Mediabistro cocktail party – Tuesday, February 9, 2010
When: 7 to 9 pm
What: Cocktail party for freelance, staff, and laid-off media professionals. Admission free; cash bar. I’m cohosting (i.e., greeting folks at the door) with freelancer Crai Bower.
Where: Grey Gallery & Lounge, 1512 11th Avenue, Seattle
RSVP: On mediabistro’s website
“Getting Started as a Freelancer” teleseminar – Tuesday, February 16
When: 9 pm EST
What: I’ll share tips on how to start a freelance career. Come with questions! I’ve got answers.
Where: Your telephone
Registration: IndieBizChicks.com; $10 for the entire IndieBizChicks Feb-March teleseminar series (my session + many others)
The Marketing Conference for Creative Freelancers: Finding and Keeping Work in a Tough Economy - Saturday, March 27
When: 8 am to 5:30 pm
What: In my session “Diversify or Starve! How to Stay Busy in a Tough Freelance Market,” I’ll discuss how to identify markets that are a natural extension of your skills, break into them, and promote yourself like crazy.
Where: Bastyr University, 14500 Juanita Drive NE, Kenmore
Sponsor: Tabby Cat Communications
Registration: $75 for entire conference; more info here
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To discuss my schedule and rates, send me an email. Prefer to keep things virtual? Teleconferencing and web workshops are also an option. Email me to discuss.
